Content

This unit will investigate the social, material and symbolic role of architecture in traditional, changing, and contemporary Austral-Asian and Southeast Asian societies, developing an understanding of its social and philosophical underpinnings and an appreciation of its creativity. The unit will cover indigenous traditions and cultures, the influence of Hinduism, Buddhism and Islam, the effects of colonialism and imperialism, the relationship between architecture and postcolonial identity, and prospects for the future.

Assessment

Assignment 20%, essay 40%, project 40%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*

Student Contribution Rate**

Fee rate - Domestic Students

Fee rate - International students

$1096

$1096

$3057

$3151

* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.